Where to Buy Model Trains

If you have decided to start collecting model trains, you are going to need to know where to find them. I have found mine through garage sales, antique stores, hobby shops & train stores, train shows, online auctions and the internet in general. Below you will find some helpful tips and links to assist you in finding your own treasures.

Online Auctions

I use Ebay a lot to look for and purchase model trains. One has to be carefull mind you as the sellers do not follow any set standards for their rating of condition or the prices they are asking. You could end up paying too much and then have to pay high shipping charges on top. Items coming into Canada are subject to taxes, customs brokerage charges and possibly duties, all which add to the overall cost. There are other auction houses that deal almost entirely in model trains and toys and I have provided links to some of these below:

Online Classified Ads

Model Train Vendors

I have made most of my purchases of vintage model trains through stores specific to vintage trains and toys. The advantage of dealing with these vendors is they typically have experience with the product they sell and they have better access to trains then the average person would. I have provided links to my favourites below: